Description
Mouthwatering Ground Beef Tacos bring Mexican street-style flavor straight to your kitchen. Savory seasoned meat, crisp toppings, and warm tortillas create a simple yet irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 1 pound ground beef (80-85% lean)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Taco Components and Toppings:
- 8–10 taco shells (soft or hard)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced or 1/2 cup guacamole (optional)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high temperature and crumble ground beef, cooking until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Eliminate excess grease from the pan by carefully draining fat through a colander.
- Return skillet to heat and incorporate finely diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning across the meat mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- Pour water into the skillet and reduce heat, allowing the mixture to simmer for approximately 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the meat.
- While meat simmers, prepare taco shells by warming them in the oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes or according to package recommendations.
- Create individual tacos by spooning seasoned beef into each shell, ensuring even distribution.
- Customize with preferred toppings such as shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and tangy sour cream.
- Serve immediately while meat remains hot and shells maintain their crisp texture.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using fresh ground beef with higher fat content for juicier results.
- Customize seasoning by mixing your own blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano for a personalized taste profile.
- Create a healthier version by substituting ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for lighter protein options.
- Prep toppings in advance to streamline the cooking process and allow for quick assembly when serving family-style tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg